uh oh, sounds like the hurricanes are gaining sentience
You've got a pretty standard road bike that comes stock with 25mm tires. The rims are less of a concern than the frame/fork/brake caliper clearance. I'd be surprised if you fit larger than a 28mm tire on there, maybe a 30mm if you're okay with some rub (which you shouldn't be okay with).
Don't bother getting new rims/wheels for this bike, it won't change clearance issues (and the 200+ price of any decent wheelset is gonna be a lot better toward a new ride). Try finding some 28mm gravel-style tires, or a different bike.
I'm not gonna let the intruder in my home (who keeps hitting me) stay there because I refuse to break my lamp over his head.
Russians in Ukraine is a much larger threat than less shrubbery.
Based off all that, I'd run the 18-32. Besides, assuming you're not buying in bulk, and you're not doing rural bike-packing, then getting a flat or other mechanical won't be too catastrophic or costly. Try em out a lil, and report back on how you like them :)
I usually recommend people run the larger size tube. If it's not too big to install, then it will stretch less and be slightly more puncture resistant.
However, why are you getting into TPU? If it's for weight or rolling resistance, then definitely run the smaller tube.
I don't like using tubes on the end of their spectrum; just bc the box says it'll fit, doesn't mean it always will. Surely there's another brand of tubes with a better size range? That's my best answer tbh.
(Are tpu extra stretchy? 18-32 is a crazy range by butyl standards)
Zyn is growing quick in popularity. Them and other nicotine pouches very well may be taking some of the market.
No body really confidently said. Yes, the direction matters, the arrow should point in the forward direction, if situated at the top of the tire. If there is a front/rear labeling, their respective arrows differ based on being mounted on the front or rear wheel.
That said, if you're not an avid cyclist, you'll likely not notice incorrect mounting. I wanted to find a lil something to help me better explain, but this post goes into pretty much all major aspects of tire direction all by itself. Here on MTBR
Lots to unpack, let's hit the big ones. Do any means justify peace? Is mass murder of entire countries okay because it would result in less overall friction afterward? How long does peace need to last after for it to make it worth it?
Displacement. Is it fair to the people who have lived in a country for generations to leave because of other's actions? Moreso, many of them currently /want/ to leave (really really bad) but can't, what should they do? And also, how is that fair to neighboring countries, they're just required to take in refugees because Israel wants more land? (What if there weren't neighboring countries?)
Finally, (please educate me), are universities very invested in Syrian companies/industries? That's what the current protests are about, divestment from Israel. Are you required to care about all atrocities in order to care for one? What line marks which bad things in the world protesters should inclusively be knowledgeable about?
The eradication of millions of civilians is definitely anti-peace.
A similar situation would be the US joining WW2 on the Axis side. I mean once Britain, France, Russia, China, and the Jews were finished off, there'd be peace for a while right?
Ponder what unconditional support for Israel would mean for Palestinians in our current landscape.
Few years ago Texas required 'In God we Trust' signs to be displayed in classrooms. Schools weren't allowed to pay for them, so basically donated. They conveniently rejected the signs that had a rainbow on it, or the one written in Arabic.
https://www.npr.org/2022/08/31/1120239381/texas-in-god-we-trust-arabic-signs-chaz-stevens
Apparently, the average citizen pays about a half million in taxes in a lifetime. So this means 15 people spent their entire life being honest taxpayers, so these cops could be a piece of shit.
Glad the family got paid at least. Wild that in 2020 these cops didn't have cams yet; not exactly a rural area.
How hot is extreme, you and I have now asked ourselves. Well, let me read aloud.
"as high as 45 degrees Celsius" (113 F)
"northern province [of Thailand] exceeded 44.1 degrees Celsius on Saturday" (111.4 F)
"Cambodia, Myanmar, Vietnam, India and Bangladesh, forecasters warned that temperatures could exceed 40 degrees Celsius in the coming days" (104 F)
"city of Mandalay could rise to 43 degrees Celsius" (109 F)
"It's very unpleasant and it takes the energy out of you."
Op ed: sounds nasty hot
I was in the same boat, 2000+ mile drive. NE Texas isn't looking too bad right now! But if you're up to it, drive up to Arkansas. I did that today from Austin-ish. Clouds up here are looking much more optimistic!
Not a huge metal person, but coming from a rock background, I've really been into Bad Omens lately. They have a kinda alternative sound to them imo.
Does anyone know what the wealth of the bottom 99% is?
I love ratchet straps, but I can't seem to find any extra-short ones. I have two anchor points about 6-8 inches apart that have a slight obstruction between them (so not a straight line).
Ideally I would find some ratchets with a compact hook profile, and extra short portion of strap between the hook and ratchet. But also perhaps some kind of hook on a threaded rod and a coupling system that allows for slight bends?
It needs to be a removable solution, but it doesn't have to be quick or easy to remove. In fact a lockable or tool-neccesary solution would be slightly ideal.
Any ideas?
Edit: I'm trying to clamp a camper shell to a truck bed. I'd like to keep the bed liner, which means I can't use use the bed rails w/o cutting 4 holes into the liner. This leaves the 4 bed anchor points on each corner. Based off current responses, I'm probably looking at some rope system.
Did you do the same with bills stamped for Where's George?
I looked it up, and that 'program' started in 98, so I'm not sure if there was much overlap with you. And another guy already talked about how stamping bills like this isn't illegal (not that I disagree with your decision). So I'm just curious how my bills fare when they reach a bank.
If you're at all mechanical or work on cars/bikes or a homeowner, the Knipex Pliers Wrench is an excellent tool. It's a set of leveraged adjustable parallel jaw pliers. So basically you can grab nuts, bolts, or anything with flats with tremendous leverage, and you can do it quickly on a range of sizes. Almost infinitely better than a crescent (adjustable) wrench, fills the spot of a whole set of open-ended box wrenches, and they're excellent German engineering. Come in a range of sizes (bc there's still different uses for big and small). Roughly $50-60 each, but sets are cheaper per. Plus, harbor freight makes a nice dupe of the 10in/250mm for $40 (find a coupon tho).
I was on the fence for a while, but I adore the tool and wish I had it years earlier. For most people, a 7in/180mm and 10in will fill most needs. The hype is real. Lifetime warranty too if you buy from authorized retailer (habor freight is also lifetime eyy)
Relevant quote from article...
“The Israeli military is currently using Rafael’s Spike missiles to target people inside buildings in the Gaza Strip right now. The same weapons that Canada is buying are being advertised as ‘battle tested’ against Palestinians.”
“For Canada to be choosing to purchase these weapons from Rafael is a direct endorsement and a direct financial support to the Israeli military’s devastation and carnage in Gaza,” Small added.
Chappy gets to play for Bob Melvin again? Should be fun